RF Engineer
@ Airbus Defence and Space

Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom
£80,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 21 days ago

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Overview

The RF Engineer role at Airbus Defence and Space is a full-time position based in Portsmouth. You will be designing, simulating, and optimizing radio frequency (RF) and microwave circuitry for Earth Observation satellites while ensuring compliance with UK SC Security Clearance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Design and simulate RF and microwave circuitry and equipment.
  • Develop microwave systems architectures for radar and radiometer instruments.
  • Perform functional and performance analysis down to module level.
  • Support integration and validation of RF equipment at the instrument level.

What’s In It For You

Airbus offers competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and more. Enjoy a 37-hour work week, flexible working hours including hybrid working and additional TOIL days. Personal development is supported with access to Airbus Leadership University, e-learning courses, internal mobility and international opportunities.

Additional Benefits

  • Health & Wellbeing benefits: online GP, mental health support, and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Family and Caregiving support: life assurance, enhanced parental leave, and more.
  • Inclusive work environment with diversity support groups and accessible facilities.

Key Skills/Competency

  • RF Design
  • Microwave Circuitry
  • Simulation Tools
  • Keysight ADS
  • Ansys HFSS
  • Test Equipment Usage
  • System Integration
  • Performance Analysis
  • Compliance Awareness
  • Collaboration

How to Get Hired at Airbus Defence and Space

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight RF design and simulation skills.
  • Research Airbus: Understand its defence and space innovations.
  • Show technical expertise: Provide examples of RF projects.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice system design and integration questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review RF design fundamentals and simulation tools.
Practice using Keysight ADS and Ansys HFSS.
Understand microwave system architectures deeply.
Familiarize with RF test equipment operations.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in technical projects.
Explain handling design project challenges.
Share experiences with cross-functional collaboration.
Discuss adapting under tight deadlines.

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